Village Veterinary Clinic Healthcare Team

Keith Huston, DVM. Memberships: AVMA, AAHA, OVMA

Veterinarian, Chief Medical Officer

A native of northeast Ohio, Dr. Keith was born & raised in nearby Richmond Heights. His love for animals inspired him to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. He studied pre-med/ biology and played soccer and lacrosse at Heidelberg University in Tiffin, OH. After graduating from Heidelberg, he attended The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, graduating in 1990.

Dr. Keith and his wife, Patty, share their home with two Labrador Retrievers, Hazel and Josie, and two Devon Rex cats named Reese and Phoebe. The entire family enjoys boating, water skiing, wake surfing and ding, jet skiing. Even Hazel and Josie enjoy tubing with family and friends. Dr Keith is an avid Ohio State football fan and spends many Saturdays in The Shoe.

Samantha Huston, DVM. Memberships: AVMA, AAHA, OVMA

Veterinarian

Dr. Samantha is a native of Cleveland, Ohio. Her exposure to animals and medicine at a young age ignited her passion to become a veterinarian. She attended The Ohio State University, where she graduated with both her Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees. She values guiding pet parents through all stages of their companions’ lives and advocating for the animals that are unable to advocate for themselves.

Dr. Samantha has a Devon Rex cat, but also loves to spend time with her Labrador Retrievers, Boone. In her free time, she enjoys cheering on The Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland sports teams. She also enjoys running, water-skiing, jet-skiing and boating with her family.

Cathy Robertson, DVM. Memberships: AVMA, AAHA, OVMA

Veterinarian

Dr. Cathy joined VVC as a part time associate in 2015. She is originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan and graduated from MSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2006. Prior to VVC, she worked full time at a small animal practice in Michigan for five years and then in Baltimore, Maryland for four years. She loves both dogs & cats and has a special interest in geriatric medicine & dentistry. She lives in Shaker Heights with her husband, two kids, two dogs and three guinea pigs. In her spare time, she enjoys biking, walking, gardening, cooking & relaxing in front of the TV.

Jennifer Lenz, DVM. Memberships: AVMA, AAHA, OVMA

Veterinarian

Dr. Jen graduated from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2007. After completing a rotating small animal internship at Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital in Akron, she joined Village Veterinary Clinic in 2008. Dr. Jen values the relationships built with each pet and family as she accompanies them from puppy/kittenhood all the way through end-of-life care, with all of the joys, challenges, and decisions in between. While she is a general practitioner, she particularly enjoys preventive care, internal medicine, soft tissue surgery, and dentistry. Dr. Jen lives in Mayfield Village with her husband and two daughters and is active in the Parent Teacher Group at Center Elementary. When she is not caring for her patients and clients or her family, she can be found hiking in the Metroparks, cooking, or reading.

Lynn Proctor, DVM. Memberships: AVMA, AAHA, OVMA

Veterinarian

Dr Lynn grew up in Geauga County and has always had an interest in Veterinary Medicine. She grew up around many kinds of animals such as dogs, cats, horses, rabbits, parakeets, hamsters, fish and a tarantula. She did her undergrad at The Ohio State University and graduated with a degree in genetics. She then attended the college of Veterinary Medicine at The Ohio State University. She was also interested in alternative medicine so took a course in Traditional Chinese Medicine for acupuncture.

Dr Lynn lives in Concord along with her husband Andrew and their son Rafe. Included in the household are dogs Blade and Archer, Cats Gunny and Dagr along with a canary. She loves skiing, Hiking, camping, Horseback riding, and traveling.

Professional Memberships:

American Veterinary Medical Association
Ohio Veterinary Medical Association
American Animal Hospital Association

Jo Byron, DVM. Memberships: AVMA, AAHA, OVMA

Veterinarian

Born and raised outside of Philadelphia, Dr. Jo always knew veterinary medicine was her future. She got her undergraduate degree in Animal Science at an agriculture school outside of Philadelphia. Dr. Jo found herself in Cleveland in 2006, a few years after graduating from Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. After getting to know Cleveland a little, she settled in at Village Vet in 2008. It has been her pleasure to see so many dedicated clients at Village Vet and get to know the pets and families that love them.

She enjoys many aspects of veterinary medicine especially soft tissue surgery and preventative care. Dr. Jo always has a variety of cats and dogs in her own home where her husband shares her love of animals. When she’s not working, Dr. Jo enjoys the Metro Parks with her dogs, and traveling to see friends and explore new cities.

Professional Memberships:

American Veterinary Medical Association

Dr. Roya Mohammadpour

Veterinarian

Dr. Roya Mohammadpour graduated from Lake Erie College in 2013 with her Bachelor of Science in biology pre-medicine, and minors in equestrian studies and chemistry. She then received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2018. A Northeast Ohio native, born and raised in Highland Heights, she moved back to the area after graduation to work in general practice and ultimately came to Village Veterinary Clinic in January 2020.

Dr. Roya enjoys the opportunity to help guide pet parents through all life stages with their dogs and cats. Alongside providing regular appointments for preventative care and illnesses, she has a special interest in soft tissue surgery and dentistry.

Outside of veterinary medicine, Dr. Roya enjoys spending time outdoors, travelling, gardening, art, and spending time with family.

Mike and Kaitlyn

Kennel Assistant

Mike and Kaitlyn perform various duties essential to maintaining the uninterrupted flow of patient visits and surgeries, while providing a comforting and professional environment for the clients and patients.

Karen, Debbie, Kim, Ellen, Susan, and Janet

Receptionists

Karen, Debbie, Kim, Ellen, Susan, and Janet are the customer-relations experts in a veterinary practice. They are the client’s first impression of the practice on the phone or in person. They possess strong organizational skills, excellent telephone and in-person communication skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Our receptionists have compassion for animals and their owners and understand the stress that patients and clients endure. They are responsible for greeting clients, differentiating routine cases from emergency cases, scheduling appointments, entering clients, patients, and financial data into the computer, generating invoices, processing payments, and managing medical records.

Leslie, Mary-Kathryn, Cheryl, Mindi, Amy, Kelly, Danielle, and Gabby

Registered Veterinary Technicians/ Veterinary Nurses

They are the animal medicine equivalent of registered nurses in human medicine. In Ohio, veterinary technicians must complete an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program and pass the Ohio Veterinary Medical Licensing Board’s Veterinary Technician national exam. Veterinary technicians must also meet continuing education requirements yearly. Veterinary Technicians administer medications, monitor animals under anesthesia, assist in surgery, take radiographs, and perform lab work and dental procedures. Technicians must also deliver compassionate nursing care.

Jen, Leah, and Jill

Veterinary Assistant

Jen, Leah, and Jill have many years of experience. Our clinic has benefited from their expertise while assisting the doctors and technicians with properly handling animals during exams, taking radiographs, processing lab work, preparing patients for surgery, and providing nursing and comfort care. Occasionally, they assist the receptionists. Veterinary Assistants must build positive and professional relationships with clients.